Volunteering

Nature writer of the year announced

Artist wins 2009 BBC Wildlife/Earthwatch Nature Writer of the Year Award.

Influenza A (H1N1) UPDATE

Earthwatch has been monitoring the Influenza A (H1N1, also known as Swine Flu) situation very closely. As always, safety is our primary concern. At this time, the WHO does not recommend a restriction on international travel and therefore, Earthwatch projects are proceeding as scheduled.

Swine Flu Advisory - UPDATE

Earthwatch has been monitoring the Influenza A (H1N1, also known as Swine Flu) situation very closely. As always, safety is our primary concern. At this time, Earthwatch projects are proceeding as scheduled. On May 15 we will decide the status of the teams projected to field in Mexico in late May, June and July, and will contact all impacted volunteers should any specific changes in scheduling be necessary.

Advisory on Swine Flu

The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed at least 40 non-fatal cases of swine flu influenza A (H1N1) in the US, 6 non-fatal cases in Canada and 26 confirmed cases with 7 fatalities in Mexico. Currently, the virus is being transmitted between humans. The WHO has not issued any travel restrictions for swine flu infected areas, however the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office recommend deferring all non-essential travel to Mexico.

Advisory on Madagascar

Earthwatch has decided to not field teams on its “Carnivores of Madagascar” project during the summer of 2009

Earthwatch rated among top volunteering organisations

Charity's achievements highlighted in new guide to volunteering.

Let your creative instincts run wild

Earthwatch and BBC Wildlife launch 2009 Nature Writer of the Year Award.

Banker escapes the blues with a life-changing sabbatical

Earthwatch volunteer takes a break from life in the fast lane.

Eleanor fundraises all the way to the Hebrides

Earthwatch volunteer raises money to pay for whale and dolphin expedition.

Help scientists discover the mysteries of Truk Lagoon

Join an Earthwatch expedition to underwater WWII site.

Spanish Dolphins Update

Earthwatch is sad to announce that on the 7th July 2008 the decision was taken to end the Spanish Dolphins project for the foreseeable future and cancel all remaining volunteer teams.

Help save one of the world's vulnerable birds

Earthwatch and the Nature Conservation Research Centre (NCRC) of Ghana are looking for volunteers to join an exciting new expedition.

Discounts, competitions, tales from the field and featured expeditions. Find out more about the Earthwatch volunteer experience. Something to whet your appetite and help you decide which of our 120 expeditions you would like to try!